Edward thought serving a pirate was bad—until the ruthless Gwen Hamilton locked him away. Now he faces endless questions and unthinkable torture as Gwen tries to extract his secrets. But the past holds the key to everything . . . Years ago, a young Edward met the legendary soldier Lance Klydon. Will recalling their adventures unlock the truth Gwen seeks? Or will Edward take his stories to the grave? Even Gwen has ghosts that haunt her. What shaped the merciless woman behind the Blue Dragon mask? While Edward and Gwen battle over the past, new threats emerge. Christian covets command of Winestone's company, and sinister forces move against Edward's brother Christian. With lives on the line, the clock ticks down. Will Gwen and Edward overcome their enemies? Or will long-buried secrets destroy them all?